Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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When you are learning English, like learning anything, to improve your skills you need practice and experience. And a popular way to get that in English is by watching films and television.
But there is one question that many learners have: should I use subtitles? In this video I’m going to answer that question, and also tell you the best settings for your subtitles to make your learning as effective as possible.
00:00 Why can't you understand films and TV?
01:03 Language delivery
05:52 Language content
08:15 Mindset
10:18 Are subtitles good for learning?
11:07 Why do subtitles work?
13:30 What are the best subtitle settings?
14:40 Conclusion
Watch my free masterclass and speak English with confidence today: canguroenglish.com/masterclass
When you are learning English, like learning anything, to improve your skills you need practice and experience. And a popular way to get that in English is by watching films and television.
But there is one question that many learners have: should I use subtitles? In this video I’m going to answer that question, and also tell you the best settings for your subtitles to make your learning as effective as possible.
00:00 Why can't you understand films and TV?
01:03 Language delivery
05:52 Language content
08:15 Mindset
10:18 Are subtitles good for learning?
11:07 Why do subtitles work?
13:30 What are the best subtitle settings?
14:40 Conclusion
